1983 Ford Tempo vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2002 Smart ForFour is newer by 19 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, 2002 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 144 kg more than 2002 Smart ForFour.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Tempo | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Tempo | ForFour |
Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |