1979 Ford Taunus vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 31 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP) has 107 more horse power than 1979 Ford Taunus. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 426 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 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Taunus | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Taunus | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 164 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
