1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 34 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1422 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 2010 Dodge Ram 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, 2010 Dodge Ram 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 650 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Taunus | Ram |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 4080 mm |
