1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra 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 Seat Alhambra (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 506 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 2005 Seat Alhambra 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Tempo | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Tempo | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2850 mm |