2000 Audi Allroad vs. 1990 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2000 Audi Allroad is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi Allroad (237 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi Allroad weights approximately 391 kg more than 1990 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi Allroad 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, 2000 Audi Allroad (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi Allroad | 1990 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Allroad | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
