1986 Ford Taurus vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Ford Taurus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Taurus weights approximately 288 kg more than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Because 1976 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Taurus | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taurus | Celica |
Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |