1983 Buick Electra vs. 1989 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1989 Ford Tempo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 540 kg more than 1989 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Buick Electra 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 1983 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1983 Buick Electra (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Electra | 1989 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2540 mm |
