1986 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 21 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1986 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Taurus | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taurus | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3510 mm |
