1983 Ford Tempo vs. 2008 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 25 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 22 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 1007. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 133 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 1007. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Tempo | 2008 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Tempo | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1243 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2320 mm |
