1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1989 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 277 kg more than 1989 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus 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, 2012 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Avanti | Ford |
Model | Avanti | Taurus |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2868 mm |