1989 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 561 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord. 2010 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2868 mm |
