1978 Ford Taunus vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 32 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Taunus.
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, 2010 Saturn Vue, 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, 2010 Saturn Vue (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Taunus. 2010 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Taunus has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Taunus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Taunus | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Ford | Saturn |
Model | Taunus | Vue |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 68 L |