1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 27 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 436 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taunus | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2490 mm |
