1980 Ford Taunus vs. 1982 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Iltis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Iltis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Iltis (74 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Ford Taunus. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Iltis should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 280 kg more than 1980 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Iltis 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, 1982 Volkswagen Iltis (136 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Taunus. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Iltis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Taunus | 1982 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taunus | Iltis |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2110 mm |
