1988 Ford Taurus vs. 2000 Kia Retona
To start off, 2000 Kia Retona is newer by 12 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Taurus (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 370 kg more than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Because 2000 Kia Retona 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, 2000 Kia Retona 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 (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Taurus | 2000 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Taurus | Retona |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
