1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1986 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Tempo weights approximately 325 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 1986 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Festiva | Tempo |
Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2540 mm |