1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 24 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 (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 270 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Tempo | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2648 mm |
