1992 Ford Taurus vs. 1992 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 1992 Ford Taurus and 1992 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Taurus (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1992 Hyundai Sonata. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1992 Hyundai Sonata.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Ford Taurus (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Hyundai Sonata. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Taurus | 1992 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Taurus | Sonata |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |