1991 Ford Taurus vs. 1993 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1993 TVR Cerbera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Cerbera (347 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 275 kg more than 1993 TVR Cerbera.
Because 1993 TVR Cerbera 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 1993 TVR Cerbera. 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, 1993 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Taurus | 1993 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Taurus | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2512 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 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 | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
