2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (202 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 273 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X 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, 2009 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (264 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus X | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taurus X | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
