2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 32 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 575 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 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2580 mm |
