1990 Ford Taurus vs. 1994 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1994 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 4 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, 1994 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 39 kg more than 1994 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 1994 Maserati Ghibli 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 1994 Maserati Ghibli. 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, 1994 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Taurus | 1994 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Taurus | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |