1977 Ford Taunus vs. 1971 Holden Torana
To start off, 1977 Ford Taunus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Torana (79 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1977 Ford Taunus. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Taunus weights approximately 290 kg more than 1971 Holden Torana.
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, 1971 Holden Torana (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Taunus | 1971 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Taunus | Torana |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
