1988 Ford Taurus vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 15 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Taurus (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 350 kg more than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor (339 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Taurus | 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Taurus | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |
