1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1995 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1995 Infiniti J30 is newer by 19 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 485 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, 1995 Infiniti J30, 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, 1995 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 1995 Infiniti J30 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. 1995 Infiniti J30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 1995 Infiniti J30 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Taunus | J30 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2770 mm |