1988 Ford Tempo vs. 1999 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mystique is newer by 11 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, 1999 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 137 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, 1999 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 1999 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Tempo | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
