1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1992 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1992 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Taurus (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva.
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, 1992 Ford Taurus (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 1992 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Festiva | Taurus |
Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2700 mm |