1991 Ford Taurus vs. 1981 Ford Capri

To start off, 1991 Ford Taurus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 230 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri.

Because 1981 Ford Capri 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 1981 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1981 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Taurus.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Ford Taurus 1981 Ford Capri
Make Ford Ford
Model Taurus Capri
Year Released 1991 1981
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2512 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 4300 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 1400 kg 1170 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2570 mm


 

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