1982 Ford Taunus vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 30 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1982 Ford Taunus. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 587 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, 2012 Opel Vivaro, 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, 2012 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Taunus. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Taunus | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Taunus | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3100 mm |
