1983 Ford Tempo vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 17 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, 2000 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 360 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 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 1983 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Tempo | 2000 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Tempo | Escape |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
