2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1985 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1985 Ford Taurus. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Taurus weights approximately 184 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Taurus. (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1985 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
