1986 Ford Tempo vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 17 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, 2003 Opel Meriva (118 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 375 kg more than 1986 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Opel Meriva (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Tempo | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Tempo | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
