1992 Ford Taurus vs. 1998 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1998 Toyota Supra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1992 Ford Taurus. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Taurus.
Because 1998 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Taurus | 1998 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taurus | Supra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
