2004 Ford Taurus vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Taurus (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 167 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Because 1954 Oldsmobile 88 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 1954 Oldsmobile 88. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (281 Nm). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Taurus | 88 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3110 mm |
