1987 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 20 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, 1987 Ford Taurus (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 311 kg more than 1987 Ford Taurus.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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 (292 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Taurus | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Taurus | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
