1984 Ford Tempo vs. 1985 Renault Siete
To start off, 1985 Renault Siete is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Tempo 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 45 more horse power than 1985 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Tempo weights approximately 290 kg more than 1985 Renault Siete. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Tempo | 1985 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Tempo | Siete |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2540 mm |
