1985 Ford Tempo vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (90 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 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 LR3 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 LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 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 LR3 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Tempo | LR3 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2890 mm |