1986 Ford Taurus vs. 1988 Suzuki SJ 413
To start off, 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Taurus (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Taurus weights approximately 530 kg more than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 will offer significantly more control. 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 (187 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Taurus | 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Taurus | SJ 413 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2040 mm |
