2002 Toyota Highlander vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2002 Toyota Highlander 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Highlander (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 650 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Highlander | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Highlander | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
