1984 Ford Tempo vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 27 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, 2011 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan X-Trail (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Tempo | 2011 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tempo | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
