1986 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 23 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Ford Taurus. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Taurus weights approximately 63 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Taurus | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Taurus | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |