1984 Ford Tempo vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 370 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 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Tempo | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Tempo | 911 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2306 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |