1987 Ford Taurus vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 14 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Taurus weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 2001 Toyota Altezza. 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, 1987 Ford Taurus (292 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Taurus | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taurus | Altezza |
Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |