1988 Ford Taurus vs. 2008 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2008 Kia Opirus 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Taurus (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Opirus weights approximately 397 kg more than 1988 Ford Taurus.
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 Kia Opirus (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Taurus | 2008 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Taurus | Opirus |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
