1988 Ford Tempo vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, both 1988 Ford Tempo and 1988 Acura Integra were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Tempo | 1988 Acura Integra | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | Tempo | Integra |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4285 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1665 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |