1988 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 21 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Taurus weights approximately 430 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 Ford E-350 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 2009 Ford E-350. 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (177 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Taurus | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taurus | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3510 mm |
