1990 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 Daewoo Evanda
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Evanda 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 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Evanda (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Evanda should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Evanda weights approximately 93 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Daewoo Evanda (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Daewoo Evanda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 2009 Daewoo Evanda | |
| Make | Ford | Daewoo |
| Model | Taurus | Evanda |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
