1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 216 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 1976 Ford Taunus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Ford Taunus (115 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 Nm). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taunus | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |
