1982 Ford Taunus vs. 1992 Innocenti Koral
To start off, 1992 Innocenti Koral is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Taunus (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 Innocenti Koral. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1992 Innocenti Koral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Taunus weights approximately 276 kg more than 1992 Innocenti Koral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ford Taunus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Innocenti Koral, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Taunus (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Innocenti Koral. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Innocenti Koral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Taunus | 1992 Innocenti Koral | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Taunus | Koral |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2160 mm |
