1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2002 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2002 Toyota Solara 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Solara weights approximately 280 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, 2002 Toyota Solara, 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, 2002 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 2002 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taunus | Solara |
Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |