2008 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 18 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (265 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus.
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, 2008 Audi A4 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1990 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
