1986 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1986 Ford Taurus. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 450 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.
Because 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Taurus. (187 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Taurus | 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taurus | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |