1988 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 17 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 800 kg more than 1988 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (177 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Taurus | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Taurus | Patrol |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2400 mm |