1983 Ford Tempo vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 29 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 922 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 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo. 2012 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Tempo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Tempo | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Tempo | Navara |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3210 mm |