1983 Ford Tempo vs. 1966 Jensen FF
To start off, 1983 Ford Tempo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 865 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen FF (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Tempo | 1966 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Tempo | FF |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2780 mm |
