1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1988 Ford Tempo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Tempo weights approximately 18 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Because 1986 Ferrari 208 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 1986 Ferrari 208. 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2540 mm |
