1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1151 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Tempo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tempo | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2893 mm |
