1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 23 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 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2.
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, 1999 Toyota MR2 (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taunus | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
