1979 Ford Taunus vs. 1983 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Vauxhall Astra (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Taunus weights approximately 210 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Astra.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 1983 Vauxhall Astra (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Taunus | 1983 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Taunus | Astra |
Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |