1982 Ford Taunus vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 24 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Ford Taunus. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 184 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 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, 2006 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2006 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Taunus. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Taunus | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taunus | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
