1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 14 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 845 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tempo | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
