2005 Ford Taurus vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Ford Taurus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 192 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (271 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Taurus. (266 Nm). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Taurus | 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Taurus | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2830 mm |
