1984 Ford Tempo vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 9 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 195 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 1993 Peugeot 405 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Tempo | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Tempo | 405 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
