2007 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 231 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.
Because 1976 Ford Taunus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | Grand Prix | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
