1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1985 Ford Tempo
To start off, both 1985 Chevrolet Caprice 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (90 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 620 kg more than 1985 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Caprice 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 Caprice. 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 Caprice (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Tempo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 1985 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Caprice | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |
