1982 Ford Taunus vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1982 Ford Taunus. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 636 kg more than 1982 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Taunus. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Taunus | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taunus | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
