1986 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 27 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1986 Ford Taurus. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 299 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 2013 Kia Sorento 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, 2013 Kia Sorento 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Taurus. (187 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Taurus | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Taurus | Sorento |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1699 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |