2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1988 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 17 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1351 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (177 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1988 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2700 mm |
