1985 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1985 Ford Tempo
To start off, both 1985 Chevrolet Camaro and 1985 Ford Tempo were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Camaro | 1985 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
