1996 Ford Taurus vs. 1986 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1996 Ford Taurus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Taurus (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Taurus weights approximately 412 kg more than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 1996 Ford Taurus (312 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. 1996 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1986 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1986 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Taurus | 1986 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taurus | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
