1990 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 309 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 Infiniti IPL 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 Infiniti IPL. 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 Infiniti IPL (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Taurus | IPL |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
