1984 Ford Tempo vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 10 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, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Tempo weights approximately 160 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Tempo | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tempo | Gol |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2480 mm |
