1987 Ford Taurus vs. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 11 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1987 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Taurus. (292 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Taurus | 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taurus | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3400 mm |
