2002 Ford Taurus vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 2002 Ford Taurus is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth GTX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth GTX would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2002 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth GTX weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Plymouth GTX 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 1968 Plymouth GTX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Taurus, 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, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Taurus | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Taurus | GTX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
