1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1203 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 2010 GMC Sierra 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. 2010 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Taunus | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3645 mm |
