1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RunX (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Toyota RunX.
Because 1976 Ford Taunus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota RunX (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taunus | RunX |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |