1977 Ford Taunus vs. 1992 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1992 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 15 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 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 330 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.
Because 1992 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1992 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Taunus | 1992 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taunus | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1292 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
