1987 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 22 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Taurus weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Taurus. (292 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Taurus | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taurus | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
