1989 Ford Taurus vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 17 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, 2006 Honda Civic (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1989 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Taurus weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic.
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, 2006 Honda Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Taurus | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Taurus | Civic |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1999 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
