1986 Ford Taurus vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 20 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1986 Ford Taurus. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Taurus. (187 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Taurus | 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Taurus | Raider |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3340 mm |
