1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 37 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1090 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (377 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 2013 Ford F-150 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. 2013 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Taunus | F-150 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2624 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3200 mm |