1983 Ford Tempo vs. 1991 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1991 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 8 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, 1983 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 64 kg more than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. 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, 1983 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Tempo | 1991 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Tempo | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
