1988 Ford Tempo vs. 1990 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1990 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Tempo 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 (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 300 kg more than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Because 1990 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, 1990 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, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Tempo | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
