1987 Ford Taurus vs. 1993 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1993 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,511 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Taurus weights approximately 470 kg more than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1987 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Taurus | 1993 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Taurus | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2511 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
