1983 Ford Tempo vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 26 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
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, 2009 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Tempo | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Tempo | 6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2800 mm |
