1988 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 19 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, 2007 Renault Trafic (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 277 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (177 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Taurus | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Taurus | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3100 mm |
