1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 20 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 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 670 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Taunus | Korando |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2872 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |