1987 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Altima. (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Taurus | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taurus | Altima |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2780 mm |
