2002 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 26 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1405 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 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Land Rover | Ford |
| Model | Range Rover | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
