1990 Ford Taurus vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1990 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Camry (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 84 kg more than 1986 Toyota Camry.
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, 1990 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Taurus | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taurus | Camry |
Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |