1982 Ford Taunus vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 23 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 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1982 Ford Taunus. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 924 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Taunus. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Taunus | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taunus | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
