1994 Audi A8 vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1994 Audi A8 is newer by 18 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 694 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.
Because 1994 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 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, 1994 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A8 | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | Taunus |
Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 87.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |