1991 Honda Concerto vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1991 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 938 kg more than 1991 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Concerto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus (475 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Concerto | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Concerto | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2868 mm |
