1986 Ford Tempo vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 21 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, 1986 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 50 kg more 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, 1986 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Tempo | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Tempo | 3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1347 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
