1987 Ford Tempo vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 19 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1987 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 425 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 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Tempo | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tempo | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
