1990 Ford Taurus vs. 1961 Renault 4
To start off, 1990 Ford Taurus is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1961 Renault 4. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 864 kg more than 1961 Renault 4. 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, 1990 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault 4. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 1961 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Taurus | 4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
