1990 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 20 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, 2010 Audi A5 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Taurus | A5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
