1973 Buick Centurion vs. 1986 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1986 Ford Tempo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1986 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 971 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 1973 Buick Centurion 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 1973 Buick Centurion. 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 1986 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Centurion | Tempo |
Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2540 mm |