1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2005 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 17 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, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 130 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, 1988 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 2005 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Tempo | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
