1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 19 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 20 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, 1988 Ford Tempo (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Tempo | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
