1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin

To start off, 1980 TVR Tasmin is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 TVR Tasmin (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 80 kg more than 1980 TVR Tasmin.

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, 1980 TVR Tasmin (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Ford Taunus 1980 TVR Tasmin
Make Ford TVR
Model Taunus Tasmin
Year Released 1976 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1993 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 89 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 149 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1115 kg 1035 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2390 mm


 

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