2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 20 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 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 870 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ducato | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2540 mm |
