2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 30 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 22 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Avalanche | Taunus |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2590 mm |