1990 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 376 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 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Taurus | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Taurus | Equinox |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2857 mm |