1986 Ford Taurus vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2000 Acura EL is newer by 14 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, 2000 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Ford Taurus. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Taurus weights approximately 321 kg more than 2000 Acura EL.
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 (187 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Taurus | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Taurus | EL |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2619 mm |
