2000 Ford Taurus vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Ford Taurus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Taurus (154 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (119 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 487 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Corolla 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 1984 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Taurus | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taurus | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
