1988 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 721 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 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (177 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Taurus | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Taurus | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2121 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1834 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |