1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 36 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 9 kg more than 2012 Honda Jazz.
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, 2012 Honda Jazz, 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, 2012 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 2012 Honda Jazz 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. 2012 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taunus | Jazz |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2500 mm |