1987 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 274 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 (292 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Taurus | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Taurus | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
