1990 Ford Taurus vs. 1967 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1990 Ford Taurus is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Humber Sceptre 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 7 more horse power than 1967 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1967 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 412 kg more than 1967 Humber Sceptre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Humber Sceptre 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 1967 Humber Sceptre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 1967 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Ford | Humber |
| Model | Taurus | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
