1987 Ford Taurus vs. 1986 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1987 Ford Taurus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,511 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Alpine (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Taurus weights approximately 218 kg more than 1986 Renault Alpine.
Because 1986 Renault Alpine 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 1986 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1986 Renault Alpine (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Taurus | 1986 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Taurus | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2511 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
