1985 Ford Tempo vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 23 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Tempo (90 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 815 kg more than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Because 2008 Tata Safari 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, 2008 Tata Safari 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, 2008 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Tempo | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Tempo | Safari |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
