1988 Ford Tempo vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 1988 Ford Tempo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 825 kg more than 1988 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Tempo | FF |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2780 mm |
