1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 25 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1357 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 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Tempo | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2947 mm |
