2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1970 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1970 Ford Taunus. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Taunus weights approximately 74 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
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 Ford F-150 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Taunus. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Taunus has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Taunus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1970 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 54 L |
