1983 Ford Tempo vs. 1992 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1992 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 9 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 450 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 1992 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Tempo | 1992 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Tempo | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
