1988 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris 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 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Taurus weights approximately 360 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
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, 1988 Ford Taurus (177 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Taurus | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taurus | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
