1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 12 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 260 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.
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, 1988 Renault 25, 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, 1988 Renault 25 (231 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 1988 Renault 25 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. 1988 Renault 25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Taunus | 25 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
