1988 Toyota Supra vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Supra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1113 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Supra. (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Supra. 2012 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Toyota Supra | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Supra | F-150 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 136 L |