1986 Ford Tempo vs. 1988 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado 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 Volkswagen Corrado (139 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1986 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Tempo weights approximately 15 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 1986 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. (168 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Tempo | 1988 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tempo | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2480 mm |
