1990 Ford Taurus vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1990 Ford Taurus is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Crown (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 149 kg more than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Because 1969 Toyota Crown 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 1969 Toyota Crown. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Taurus | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taurus | Crown |
Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |