1983 Ford Tempo vs. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 13 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, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 147 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, 1983 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Tempo | 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Tempo | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2480 mm |
