1989 Ford Taurus vs. 1994 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1994 Nissan Primera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Primera (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Taurus weights approximately 325 kg more than 1994 Nissan Primera.
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 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Taurus | 1994 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taurus | Primera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1075 kg |
