1981 Ford Taunus vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 25 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 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (242 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1981 Ford Taunus. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 280 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Taunus | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Taunus | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2420 mm |
