1999 Audi S8 vs. 1988 Ford Taurus

To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 11 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 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 250 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 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Audi S8 1988 Ford Taurus
Make Audi Ford
Model S8 Taurus
Year Released 1999 1988
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4170 cc 2985 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 247 HP 220 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 271 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.8:1
Top Speed 250 km/hour 225 km/hour
Drive Type AWD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 45 L


 

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