1978 Ford Taunus vs. 1991 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Colt is newer by 13 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Colt (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Taunus weights approximately 55 kg more than 1991 Plymouth Colt.
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, 1991 Plymouth Colt, 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, 1991 Plymouth Colt (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Taunus | 1991 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Taunus | Colt |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2400 mm |
