1988 Ford Taurus vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 13 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 157 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Taurus weights approximately 415 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2001 Suzuki Samurai 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Taurus | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Taurus | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
