1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 31 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taunus | Accord |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2750 mm |