1984 Ford Tempo vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1984 Ford Tempo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Tempo weights approximately 190 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 1984 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Tempo | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tempo | Passat |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2480 mm |
