1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 225 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.
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 Toyota Avensis (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tempo | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
