1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira 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. Both 1976 Ford Taunus and 2001 Vauxhall Zafira are equipped with a 1,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 370 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 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 Vauxhall Zafira, 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 Vauxhall Zafira (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Taunus | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
