1987 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 25 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 2,511 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 115 kg more than 1987 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Taurus | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Taurus | Carens |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2511 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
