1985 Ford Tempo vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (90 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Tempo | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Tempo | 911 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |