1985 Ford Tempo vs. 1989 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 605 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 605 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 294 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Peugeot 605 (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Tempo | 1989 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Tempo | 605 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
