1986 Ford Taurus vs. 2002 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2002 Honda Avancier is newer by 16 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Avancier (212 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1986 Ford Taurus. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Avancier weights approximately 290 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 2002 Honda Avancier 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, 2002 Honda Avancier 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, 2002 Honda Avancier (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Taurus. (187 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Taurus | 2002 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Taurus | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |
