1983 Ford Tempo vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 880 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 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Tempo | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tempo | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
