1985 Ford Tempo vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 1985 Ford Tempo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 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 (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Tempo weights approximately 255 kg more than 1973 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Tempo | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Tempo | 616 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2480 mm |
