1985 Ford Tempo vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 20 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Tempo | 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Tempo | Discovery 3 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |