1983 Ford Tempo vs. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 5 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 396 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Tempo | 1988 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Tempo | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2820 mm |