1983 Ford Tempo vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 401 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 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Tempo | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Tempo | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
