1990 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 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 Mazda 5 (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus.
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 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Taurus | 5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
