1988 Ford Tempo vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 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, 1997 Porsche 911 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 747 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Tempo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 922 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2280 mm |
