2005 Nissan Titan vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 29 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1093 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Titan | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2208 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2590 mm |
