1983 Ford Tempo vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 27 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, 2010 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Tempo | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Tempo | i20 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2525 mm |
