1988 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Taurus (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 415 kg more than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Because 2007 Toyota Quantum is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Taurus | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taurus | Quantum |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |