2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1990 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 19 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 438 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1990 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-350 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2700 mm |
