1991 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 22 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1077 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 2013 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Taurus | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taurus | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2512 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1933 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3683 mm |
