1991 Ford Taurus vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 6 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1991 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Taurus | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taurus | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2512 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3490 mm |
