2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 15 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 532 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Park Avenue | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Park Avenue | Tempo |
Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2540 mm |