1986 Ford Taurus vs. 1989 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1989 Nissan Vanette is newer by 3 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 15 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 34 kg more than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Because 1989 Nissan Vanette 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 1989 Nissan Vanette. 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 (187 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Taurus | 1989 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Taurus | Vanette |
Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2080 mm |