1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2000 Lotus M250
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 24 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus M250 (176 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 440 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250.
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, 2000 Lotus M250 (180 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Taunus | M250 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
