1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1991 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1991 Ford Tempo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1991 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 750 kg more than 1991 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 1991 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Caprice | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2305 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |
