1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 181 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 2007 Peugeot 307 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 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Taunus | 307 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
