2005 Daewoo Rexton vs. 1977 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Rexton is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1977 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Rexton weights approximately 930 kg more than 1977 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Daewoo Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton 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, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Rexton | 1977 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Rexton | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
