2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 108 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
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, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina. 2008 Ford Taurus X has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Taurus X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taurus X | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2540 mm |
