1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1987 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 2 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Taurus weights approximately 140 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Because 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ 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 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1987 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | SZ | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
