1986 Ford Tempo vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1986 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 431 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.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Tempo | 911 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |