1986 Ford Taurus vs. 1992 Porsche 928
To start off, 1992 Porsche 928 is newer by 6 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 5,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (346 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1986 Ford Taurus. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 928 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1986 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Porsche 928 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 1992 Porsche 928. 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, 1992 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Taurus. (187 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Taurus | 1992 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Taurus | 928 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 5396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |