1988 Ford Tempo vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 1990 Mazda 626 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 (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 626 weights approximately 15 kg more 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Tempo | 626 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
