1976 Opel Commodore vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1976 Opel Commodore. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 622 kg more than 1976 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Commodore. (216 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Opel Commodore | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Commodore | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2783 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
