1992 Fiat Tempra vs. 1988 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Fiat Tempra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 5 kg more than 1988 Ford Escort.
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, 1988 Ford Escort (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Tempra | 1988 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Escort |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
