1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1192 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (265 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taunus | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
