1988 Ford Tempo vs. 1987 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1988 Ford Tempo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jeep Cherokee 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 9 more horse power than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 347 kg more than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Because 1987 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1987 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1987 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 1987 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Tempo | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
