1988 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1214 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 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Taurus | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taurus | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |