1986 Ford Taurus vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 13 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 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1986 Ford Taurus. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 555 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 1999 GMC Safari 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 1999 GMC Safari. 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Taurus. (187 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Taurus | 1999 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Taurus | Safari |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
