2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1238 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 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2540 mm |
