1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra 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 3,398 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 575 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Tundra 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taunus | Tundra |
Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3270 mm |