1990 Ford Taurus vs. 1993 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1993 Toyota MR2 is newer by 3 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, 1993 Toyota MR2 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 211 kg more than 1990 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota MR2 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 1993 Toyota MR2. 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, 1993 Toyota MR2 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Taurus | 1993 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taurus | MR2 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |