1988 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 25 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) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Taurus | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Taurus | A4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2808 mm |
