1986 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 24 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, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1986 Ford Taurus. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 60 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.
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, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Taurus. (187 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Taurus | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Taurus | A3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2578 mm |
