1987 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial 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 4,617 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Commercial (121 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Commercial (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Taurus | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taurus | Commercial |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2511 cc | 4617 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3360 mm |
