1983 Ford Tempo vs. 1995 Rover 214
To start off, 1995 Rover 214 is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 214 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 214 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 78 kg more than 1995 Rover 214.
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, 1995 Rover 214 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 214 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Tempo | 1995 Rover 214 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Tempo | 214 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
