1991 Ford Taurus vs. 2001 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2001 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 10 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 701 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 400 kg more than 2001 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2001 TVR Speed 12 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 2001 TVR Speed 12. 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, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 705 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Taurus | 2001 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Taurus | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2512 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5750 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 | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |