1983 Ford Tempo vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 30 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 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1185 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 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo. 2013 Bentley Continental 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. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Tempo | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Ford | Bentley |
Model | Tempo | Continental |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1404 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2746 mm |