1978 Ford Taunus vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 1979 Subaru DL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru DL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru DL (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru DL should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Taunus weights approximately 115 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru DL, 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, 1979 Subaru DL (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru DL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Taunus | 1979 Subaru DL | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Taunus | DL |
Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |