1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 405 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 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Taunus | Compass |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2634 mm |
