2000 Ford Contour vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 24 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 303 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 1976 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 1976 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour, 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 Ford Contour (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 1976 Ford Taunus has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Contour 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:
2000 Ford Contour | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Contour | Taunus |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |