1988 Ford Tempo vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 215 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.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Tempo | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
