1987 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1987 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Thunderbird (193 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 179 kg more than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
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, 1976 Ford Taunus (149 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. (91 Nm). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Thunderbird | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Thunderbird | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
