1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1971 Holden Torana
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Torana (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 165 kg more than 1971 Holden Torana.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Holden Torana (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1971 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Taunus | Torana |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |
