1987 Ford Tempo vs. 1999 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1999 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 12 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. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (184 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1987 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 353 kg more than 1987 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (290 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Tempo | 1999 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Tempo | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2380 mm |
