1988 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Taurus (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 472 kg more than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Taurus | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Taurus | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
