2009 Ford Flex vs. 1987 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Taurus weights approximately 434 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Because 2009 Ford Flex is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 1987 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Flex | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
