1968 AMC AMX vs. 1986 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1986 Ford Tempo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1986 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 272 kg more than 1986 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 AMC AMX 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 1968 AMC AMX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1986 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | AMX | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
