1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1990 Toyota Sera is newer by 14 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Sera (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 129 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera.
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, 1990 Toyota Sera, 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, 1990 Toyota Sera (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Sera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taunus | Sera |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2330 mm |
