1986 Ford Taurus vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 10 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 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Taurus (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 385 kg more than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Taurus. (187 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Taurus | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Taurus | Korando |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
