1988 Ford Taurus vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life 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, 1988 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Taurus weights approximately 610 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life 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, 1999 Honda Life 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, 1988 Ford Taurus (177 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Taurus | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taurus | Life |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |