2009 Ford Escape vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 33 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 38 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 54 L |
