1984 Ford Tempo vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, 2002 Mazda 2 is newer by 18 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 23 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 2 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1984 Ford Tempo.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Tempo | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Tempo | 2 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |
