1983 Ford Tempo vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo 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, 2012 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Tempo | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Tempo | Combo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
