1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 360 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.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Lumina | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2540 mm |
