1988 Ford Taurus vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 11 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, 1999 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Taurus weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
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, 1999 Honda Civic (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (177 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Taurus | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Taurus | Civic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
