1988 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus.
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 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Taurus | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taurus | Venza |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |