1979 Ford Taunus vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 28 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1979 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Taunus.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Taunus. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 1979 Ford Taunus has manual transmission. 1979 Ford Taunus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Taunus | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Taunus | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 70 L |
