1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic 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 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Taunus (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic 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. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taunus | Civic |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |