1992 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 16 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 285 kg more than 1976 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, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Camaro | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Taunus |
Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |