1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 407 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 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 Volkswagen Touran, 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 Volkswagen Touran (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taunus | Touran |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
