1988 Ford Tempo vs. 1974 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1988 Ford Tempo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Fairlady (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Tempo weights approximately 110 kg more than 1974 Nissan Fairlady.
Because 1974 Nissan Fairlady is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Nissan Fairlady. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Ford Tempo (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 1974 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tempo | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |
