1986 Ford Tempo vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 27 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1986 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1537 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 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Tempo. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Tempo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Ford Tempo | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Tempo | Suburban |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3302 mm |