1986 Ford Taurus vs. 1995 Nissan Almera
To start off, 1995 Nissan Almera is newer by 9 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 (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Almera. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Taurus weights approximately 264 kg more than 1995 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Almera. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Taurus | 1995 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taurus | Almera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2540 mm |
