1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2001 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 25 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 205 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Baleno.
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, 2001 Suzuki Baleno, 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, 2001 Suzuki Baleno (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2001 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Taunus | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2490 mm |
