1984 Ford Tempo vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 20 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 565 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Tempo | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Tempo | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
