1984 Ford Tempo vs. 1970 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1984 Ford Tempo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Tempo weights approximately 145 kg more than 1970 Mazda 110 S.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Tempo | 1970 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Tempo | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |
