1979 Ford Taunus vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (265 HP) has 208 more horse power than 1979 Ford Taunus. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1425 kg more than 1979 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Taunus. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Taunus | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taunus | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
