1984 Ford Tempo vs. 1992 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1992 Suzuki Swift is newer by 8 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 51 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Swift. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Tempo weights approximately 275 kg more than 1992 Suzuki Swift. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Swift. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Tempo | 1992 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Tempo | Swift |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |
