1977 Ford Taunus vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 1995 Rover 600 is newer by 18 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 600 (197 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1977 Ford Taunus. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 600 weights approximately 230 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 1977 Ford Taunus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Rover 600 (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Taunus | 1995 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Taunus | 600 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
