1983 Nissan Prairie vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1988 Ford Tempo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Tempo weights approximately 130 kg more than 1983 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Ford Tempo (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Prairie. (122 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Prairie. 1988 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 1983 Nissan Prairie has manual transmission. 1983 Nissan Prairie will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Prairie | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Prairie | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
