2000 Ford Econoline vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2000 Ford Econoline 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1210 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, 2000 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Econoline | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Econoline | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2590 mm |
