1987 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager 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 Lancia Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 640 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Taurus. (292 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Taurus | 2012 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Taurus | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3078 mm |
