1991 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 19 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1212 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 2010 Cadillac Escalade 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 2010 Cadillac Escalade. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Taurus | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Taurus | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2512 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3302 mm |
