1988 Ford Tempo vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1988 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (342 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Tempo | 993 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2280 mm |
