1981 Ford Taunus vs. 1985 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 1985 Subaru 1.8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru 1.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru 1.8 (106 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1981 Ford Taunus. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru 1.8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru 1.8 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1981 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru 1.8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru 1.8 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, 1985 Subaru 1.8 (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru 1.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Taunus | 1985 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Taunus | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
