1984 Ford Tempo vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Swift is newer by 24 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, 2008 Suzuki Swift (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 30 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 2008 Suzuki Swift 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, 2008 Suzuki Swift 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, 1984 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Tempo | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Tempo | Swift |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2390 mm |
