1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 6 weights approximately 349 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, 2013 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Tempo | 6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2790 mm |
