1988 Ford Taurus vs. 1991 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Colt (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Taurus weights approximately 65 kg more than 1991 Plymouth Colt.
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, 1991 Plymouth Colt (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (177 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Taurus | 1991 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Taurus | Colt |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 2349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
