1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 765 kg more than 1988 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
