2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1987 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 22 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Taurus weights approximately 139 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Lumina 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 2009 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 1987 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Lumina | Taurus |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |