1990 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 23 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 417 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 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 2013 Cadillac CTS. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Taurus | CTS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2880 mm |
