2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 28 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1463 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (177 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2580 mm |
