1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 32 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 862 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 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (344 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Taunus | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
