1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 33 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 690 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 2009 Opel Antara 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, 2009 Opel Antara 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, 2009 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Taunus | Antara |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
