1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 680 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 2007 Tata Sumo 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 Tata Sumo 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 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Taunus | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2425 mm |
