1979 Ford Taunus vs. 2006 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2006 Opel Speedster is newer by 27 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Speedster (197 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1979 Ford Taunus. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Taunus weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Opel Speedster.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Taunus | 2006 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Taunus | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
