1983 Ford Tempo vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2001 Kia Visto is newer by 18 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, 2001 Kia Visto (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Visto should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 306 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto.
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 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Tempo | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Tempo | Visto |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2390 mm |
