2000 Audi TT vs. 1978 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1978 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi TT weights approximately 225 kg more than 1978 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT, 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, 2000 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1978 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 94 L |
