1983 Ford Tempo vs. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 645 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 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Tempo | 2000 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Tempo | Frontera |
Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |