1988 Ford Taurus vs. 2008 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 20 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Taurus weights approximately 146 kg more than 2008 Honda Odyssey.
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, 2008 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Taurus | 2008 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Taurus | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
