1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 1987 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1987 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 551 kg more than 1987 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Ford Fairlane 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 1991 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 1987 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fairlane | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2540 mm |
