1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2006 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Accent is newer by 18 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 16 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 56 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, 2006 Hyundai Accent (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 2006 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Tempo | Accent |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
