2000 Fiat Duna vs. 1990 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2000 Fiat Duna 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 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Duna. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 519 kg more than 2000 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Duna | 1990 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Duna | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
