1986 Ford Taurus vs. 1980 Reliant GTC
To start off, 1986 Ford Taurus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant GTC would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant GTC (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1986 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant GTC should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Taurus weights approximately 114 kg more than 1980 Reliant GTC.
Because 1980 Reliant GTC 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 1980 Reliant GTC. 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, 1980 Reliant GTC (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Taurus | 1980 Reliant GTC | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | Taurus | GTC |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
