1990 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKT 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 872 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 Lincoln MKT 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 Lincoln MKT 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 Lincoln MKT (475 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
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1990 Ford Taurus | 2013 Lincoln MKT | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Taurus | MKT |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 2276 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5273 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2177 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2995 mm |