1983 Ford Tempo vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 24 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, 2007 Kia Rio (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 46 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio.
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 (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (126 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Tempo | 2007 Kia Rio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Tempo | Rio |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |