1990 Ford Taurus vs. 2004 Volkswagen Concept T
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T is newer by 14 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Concept T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 73 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Concept T.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Concept T 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, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T 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, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Concept T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 2004 Volkswagen Concept T | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taurus | Concept T |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
