1987 Ford Tempo vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 20 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1987 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 761 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 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Tempo | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Tempo | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |