1984 Ford Tempo vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 951 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 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Tempo | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Tempo | Sorento |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2306 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |