1990 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Taurus | FX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 550 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2885 mm |
