1988 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 24 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 79 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Taurus | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Taurus | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |