1987 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 24 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 793 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Taurus. (292 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Taurus | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taurus | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 4379 mm |
