1990 Ford Taurus vs. 1997 Venturi 400
To start off, 1997 Venturi 400 is newer by 7 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 252 kg more than 1997 Venturi 400.
Because 1997 Venturi 400 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 1997 Venturi 400. 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, 1997 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Taurus | 1997 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Ford | Venturi |
Model | Taurus | 400 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |