1985 Ford Tempo vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 24 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1543 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Tempo | Defender |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2800 mm |