1989 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1989 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Taurus weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2009 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Taurus | 2009 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Taurus | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3140 mm |
