1984 Ford Tempo vs. 1982 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1984 Ford Tempo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1495 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 1982 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini LM will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Tempo | 1982 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Tempo | LM |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |
