1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos 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, 1988 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 840 kg more than 1988 Ford Tempo.
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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Tempo | Atos |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
