1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 23 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 515 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 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tempo | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2634 mm |
