1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 1986 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1987 Avanti Avanti is newer by 1 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1986 Ford Taurus. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 300 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 1987 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Taurus. (187 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Avanti Avanti | 1986 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Avanti | Ford |
| Model | Avanti | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2700 mm |
