1989 Ford Capri vs. 1992 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1992 Ford Taurus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Taurus (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri.
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, 1992 Ford Taurus (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 1992 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
