1989 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 20 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, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 1989 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Taurus | 2009 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Taurus | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |
