1990 Ford Taurus vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1990 Ford Taurus is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep 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 25 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 120 kg more than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Because 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Taurus | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
