1989 Ford Taurus vs. 1995 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1995 Nissan Presea is newer by 6 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, 1995 Nissan Presea (143 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1989 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Taurus weights approximately 270 kg more than 1995 Nissan Presea.
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, 1995 Nissan Presea (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Taurus | 1995 Nissan Presea | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Taurus | Presea |
Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 178 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 | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |