1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 20 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 738 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 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 1976 Ford Taunus has automatic transmission and 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee has manual transmission. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Ford Taunus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
