1988 Subaru XT vs. 1993 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1993 Ford Tempo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Tempo weights approximately 5 kg more than 1988 Subaru XT.
Because 1988 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Subaru XT will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Subaru XT | 1993 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | XT | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
