1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 770 kg more than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Because 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Tempo | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Tempo | Safari |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |