1990 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 146 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Taurus | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Taurus | Forester |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2616 mm |