1986 Ford Tempo vs. 1988 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 490 kg more than 1986 Ford Tempo.
Because 1988 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1986 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Tempo | 1988 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Tempo | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
