1988 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1308 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (177 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Taurus | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Taurus | Discovery |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 2718 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2890 mm |