1985 Ford Tempo vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 22 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 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1727 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 2007 Ford F-250 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, 2007 Ford F-250 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Tempo | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Tempo | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2892 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3490 mm |
