1986 Ford Tempo vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Tempo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Tempo | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Tempo | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
