1983 Ford Tempo vs. 1987 Porsche 928
To start off, 1987 Porsche 928 is newer by 4 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 928 weights approximately 420 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 1987 Porsche 928 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 1987 Porsche 928. 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, 1987 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Tempo | 1987 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Tempo | 928 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
