2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 1986 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1986 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Taurus weights approximately 464 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 1986 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ducato | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2700 mm |
