1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1998 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 124 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Because 1998 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1998 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1998 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 1998 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Taunus | Samurai |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |