1991 Ford Taurus vs. 2002 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2002 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 11 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, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (158 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 390 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Taurus | 2002 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taurus | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2512 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
