1985 Ford Tempo vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 21 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 235 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 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Tempo | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Tempo | Defender |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2800 mm |