1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 12 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 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 405 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Tempo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Tempo | Sable |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
