1986 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1986 Ford Taurus. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 141 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 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Taurus. (187 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Taurus | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Taurus | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
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 | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2604 mm |