2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1963 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1963 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1963 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 1963 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Nitro | Taunus |
Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 31 L |