1988 Ford Tempo vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1988 Ford Tempo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Tempo weights approximately 22 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Because 1977 Ford Cortina 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 1977 Ford Cortina. 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Tempo | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |
