1990 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2011 Pagani Huayra is newer by 21 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 611 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 54 kg more than 2011 Pagani Huayra.
Because 2011 Pagani Huayra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Pagani Huayra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm). This means 2011 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 2011 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Ford | Pagani |
| Model | Taurus | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2795 mm |
