1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 29 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 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (106 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (177 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Taunus | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
