1987 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 26 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 677 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Taurus | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taurus | Tundra |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2511 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5329 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3221 mm |