1985 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Ford Taurus. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Taurus weights approximately 470 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2010 Suzuki Equator 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 2010 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Taurus, 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, 1985 Ford Taurus (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Taurus | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Taurus | Equator |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
