1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster 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 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Tempo | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Tempo | Sportage |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2639 mm |