1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2002 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2002 Ford Econoline is newer by 26 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Econoline (198 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1180 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.
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, 2002 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2002 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taunus | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3510 mm |
