1988 Toyota Lexcen 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 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1993 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 165 kg more than 1993 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Lexcen 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 1988 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1988 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Lexcen | 1993 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Lexcen | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2540 mm |
