1988 Ford Tempo vs. 1996 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1996 Toyota RAV4 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 195 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 Toyota RAV4 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, 1996 Toyota RAV4 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, 1988 Ford Tempo (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 1996 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tempo | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
