1977 Ford Taunus vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 34 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1977 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Taunus.
Because 2011 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Taunus. 2011 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Taunus has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Taunus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Taunus | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taunus | Venza |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1292 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |