1983 Ford Tempo vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 22 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 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 710 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 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Tempo | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tempo | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
