2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 18 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 600 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.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
