1985 Ford Tempo vs. 1970 Riley 4
To start off, 1985 Ford Tempo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Tempo (90 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Riley 4 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Because 1970 Riley 4 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 1970 Riley 4. 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 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Tempo | 1970 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | Tempo | 4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
