1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 15 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 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 70 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15.
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, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (570 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Taunus | XJR-15 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |