1988 Ford Tempo vs. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe
To start off, 1988 Ford Tempo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe weights approximately 5 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, 1988 Ford Tempo (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Tempo | RX 4 Coupe |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
