1979 Ford Taunus vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 19 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1979 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Taunus.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Taunus | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taunus | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
