1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Tempo weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
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, 2005 Toyota Camry (221 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tempo | Camry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2790 mm |
