1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 1991 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is newer by 5 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Because 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 1991 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Nuvola | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
