1990 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 537 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 2010 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Taurus | 300 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3048 mm |
