1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Tempo weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Tempo | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
