1986 Ford Tempo vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 24 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1986 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 450 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 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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, 2010 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Tempo | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Tempo | Outback |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2741 mm |
