1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 30 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 285 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 2006 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Taunus has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Taunus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2006 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Taunus | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2880 mm |
