1991 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 20 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, 2011 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RDX weights approximately 383 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 2011 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX 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, 2011 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Taurus | 2011 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Taurus | RDX |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2512 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2649 mm |
