1977 Ford Taunus vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 is newer by 19 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), 1996 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 400 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1977 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 400 weights approximately 200 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, 1996 Rover 400, 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, 1996 Rover 400 (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Taunus | 1996 Rover 400 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Taunus | 400 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1292 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |