1988 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 581 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.
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, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (177 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest 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 Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taurus | Quest |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3000 mm |
