1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 260 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Taunus (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taunus | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |
