1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1988 Ford Tempo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 365 kg more than 1988 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo, 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5361 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
