1991 Ford Taurus vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1991 Ford Taurus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,512 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Corsair (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 210 kg more than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Ford Corsair (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Taurus | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taurus | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2512 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
