1990 Ford Taurus vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 18 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Taurus | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Taurus | Discovery |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 176 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2890 mm |