1986 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2000 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2000 Ford Taurus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Taurus (154 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 425 kg more than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1986 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Caprice | 2000 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Caprice | Taurus |
Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 1477 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |