1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 323 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 1976 Ford Taunus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Taunus | Golf |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2578 mm |