1985 Ford Tempo vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 14 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (90 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 352 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 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Tempo | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Tempo | Sportage |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |