1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Sentra (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 455 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, 2006 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2006 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taunus | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
