1987 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 448 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 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Taurus. (292 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Taurus | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Taurus | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2774 mm |
