1990 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (431 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 178 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 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (586 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Taurus | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 431 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |
