1991 Ford Taurus vs. 2000 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 9 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, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Honda S-MX.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX 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, 2000 Honda S-MX 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, 2000 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Taurus | 2000 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Taurus | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2512 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
