1990 Ford Taurus vs. 1991 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1991 Ford Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Taurus 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 14 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 259 kg more than 1991 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 1991 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taurus | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
