1977 Ford Taunus vs. 1986 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1986 Toyota Model F is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Model F (79 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1977 Ford Taunus. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Model F weights approximately 157 kg more than 1977 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, 1986 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Taunus | 1986 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taunus | Model F |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |
