1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 830 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 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taunus | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |