1983 Ford Tempo vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 140 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Because 1984 Renault 5 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 1984 Renault 5. 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, 1984 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Tempo | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Tempo | 5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
