2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 19 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 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (175 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo.
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, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | HHR | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
