1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 21 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 288 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 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Tempo | Compass |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
