1990 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 22 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, 2012 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 253 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taurus | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2489 mm |
