2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 412 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion, 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fusion | Supra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
