1988 Ford Tempo vs. 1986 Holden Drover
To start off, 1988 Ford Tempo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Drover would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Tempo weights approximately 195 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 1986 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Tempo | Drover |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2040 mm |
