2007 Nissan Titan vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 31 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 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Titan | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Titan | Taunus |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5550 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2590 mm |