1985 Ford Tempo vs. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire 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 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (90 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 95 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, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Tempo | 1999 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Tempo | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
