1981 Porsche 911 vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1983 Ford Tempo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 911 (232 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 911 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1983 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Porsche 911 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 1981 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1981 Porsche 911 (284 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo. 1983 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 1981 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1981 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 911 | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 911 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2540 mm |
