1981 Ford Taunus vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 30 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (280 HP) has 223 more horse power than 1981 Ford Taunus. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1733 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Taunus. 2011 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Taunus has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Taunus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Taunus | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Taunus | Express |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3429 mm |
