2012 Ford Escape vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 36 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 542 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, 2012 Ford Escape, 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, 2012 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Escape | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4437 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2590 mm |
