1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1989 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Taurus weights approximately 240 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1989 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1989 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Taurus |
Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |