1997 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1997 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 591 kg more than 1997 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Mustang. 2010 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Mustang | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2868 mm |
