1991 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 14 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 230 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 2005 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. 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, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Taurus | 2005 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Taurus | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2512 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2910 mm |