2001 Acura CL vs. 1987 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2001 Acura CL is newer by 14 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 180 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.
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, 2001 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura CL | 1987 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | CL | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
