1988 Ford Taurus vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Rover Range Rover is newer by 6 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Taurus (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 590 kg more than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Because 1994 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Rover Range Rover (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Taurus | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Taurus | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 93 L |