1986 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2007 Jeep Patriot 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 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1986 Ford Taurus. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Because 2007 Jeep Patriot 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, 2007 Jeep Patriot 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, 2007 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Taurus. (187 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Taurus | 2007 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Taurus | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
