1984 Ford Tempo vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 28 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 405 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 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Tempo | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Tempo | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
