1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa 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 48 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Tempo weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Seat Arosa. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Tempo | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2330 mm |
