1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1976 GMC Suburban
To start off, both 1976 Ford Taunus and 1976 GMC Suburban were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 1976 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Taunus has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Taunus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 1976 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Taunus | Suburban |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3300 mm |