1989 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 18 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1989 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Taurus weights approximately 525 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Taurus | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Taurus | Exige |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |
