1987 Ford Tempo vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1988 Ford Tempo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Tempo would be higher. Both 1987 Ford Tempo and 1988 Ford Tempo are equipped with a 2,307 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Tempo.
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 Ford Tempo (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Tempo | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Tempo | Tempo |
Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2540 mm |