1991 Ford Taurus vs. 1989 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1991 Ford Taurus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,512 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 605 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 76 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 605.
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, 1991 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 605. (175 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Taurus | 1989 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Taurus | 605 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2512 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
