1985 Ford Tempo vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 25 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 848 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 2010 Nissan Xterra 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Tempo | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tempo | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
