1988 Ford Tempo vs. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1745 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 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tempo | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3400 mm |
