1989 Audi 100 vs. 1989 Ford Taurus
To start off, both 1989 Audi 100 and 1989 Ford Taurus were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Taurus weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 Audi 100.
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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 100 | 1989 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | 100 | Taurus |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2460 cc | 2513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |