1984 Ford Tempo vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 1984 Ford Tempo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 673 kg more than 1984 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Jaguar 420G 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 1966 Jaguar 420G. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Tempo | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Tempo | 420G |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3050 mm |
