1991 Ford Taurus vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 7 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, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Taurus | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taurus | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| 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 | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
