1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 591 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 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 2006 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Taunus | V70 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
