1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 802 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taunus | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3000 mm |
