1989 Ford Tempo vs. 1988 Lancia Hit
To start off, 1989 Ford Tempo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Hit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Hit would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1989 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Tempo.
Because 1988 Lancia Hit is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit 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 Lancia Hit (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Hit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Tempo | 1988 Lancia Hit | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Tempo | Hit |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2480 mm |
