1988 Ford Taurus vs. 1981 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Ford Taurus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 911 (232 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Taurus weights approximately 140 kg more than 1981 Porsche 911.
Because 1981 Porsche 911 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 1981 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1981 Porsche 911 (284 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (177 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Taurus | 1981 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Taurus | 911 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |