1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 74 kg more 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, 1988 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Tempo | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Tempo | Citi |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1421 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |