1979 Ford Taunus vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 22 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 430 kg more than 1979 Ford Taunus.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Taunus | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taunus | Condor |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 88 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1360 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |