1986 Ford Tempo vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1986 Ford Tempo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1986 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Tempo weights approximately 155 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Tempo | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Tempo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2280 mm |
