1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (91 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 177 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus.
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 Suzuki Grand Vitara, 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Taunus | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |