1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Taunus | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2880 mm |