1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2006 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rodius 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 2,694 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1112 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 2006 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2006 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2006 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 2006 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Tempo | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |
