1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra 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 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tempo | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2690 mm |
