1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1992 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile 88 is newer by 16 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 430 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, 1992 Oldsmobile 88, 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, 1992 Oldsmobile 88 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 1992 Oldsmobile 88 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. 1992 Oldsmobile 88 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1992 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Taunus | 88 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2820 mm |
