1989 Ford Capri vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 20 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Capri weights approximately 124 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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, 2009 Ford Taurus (249 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri. 2009 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
