2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 21 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Tempo weights approximately 184 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-350 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2540 mm |
