1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2004 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 16 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Cherokee (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 881 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 2004 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2004 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2004 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 2004 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Tempo | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
