1987 Ford Tempo vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 18 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 71 kg more 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, 1987 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Tempo | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Tempo | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
