1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 222 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.
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, 1988 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tempo | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
