1991 Ford Taurus vs. 1996 Renault Spider
To start off, 1996 Renault Spider is newer by 5 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 2,512 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 410 kg more than 1996 Renault Spider.
Because 1996 Renault Spider 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 1996 Renault Spider. 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, 1996 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Taurus | 1996 Renault Spider | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Taurus | Spider |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2512 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |