1988 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 23 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 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Taurus weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster.
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, 1988 Ford Taurus (177 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Taurus | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Dacia |
| Model | Taurus | Duster |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2673 mm |
