1983 Ford Tempo vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo 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, 1983 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 267 kg more than 1983 Ford Tempo.
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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Tempo | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Tempo | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
