1986 Ford Tempo vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 95 kg more than 1986 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Tempo. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Tempo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Tempo | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Tempo | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
