1977 Ford Taunus vs. 1999 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1999 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 22 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (184 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1977 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 438 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 1999 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1999 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (290 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Taunus | 1999 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Taunus | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1292 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
