1986 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 26 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, 1986 Ford Taurus (101 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 480 kg more than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo 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, 2012 Tata Sumo 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, 1986 Ford Taurus (187 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo.
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1986 Ford Taurus | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Taurus | Sumo |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |