1983 Ford Tempo vs. 1994 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1994 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 11 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 108 kg more than 1994 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1994 Italdesign Nazca 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 1994 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Tempo | 1994 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Ford | Italdesign |
| Model | Tempo | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
