1987 Ford Tempo vs. 2005 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2005 Mahindra CL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra CL weights approximately 195 kg more than 1987 Ford Tempo.
Because 2005 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mahindra CL 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, 1987 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Tempo | 2005 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Ford | Mahindra |
Model | Tempo | CL |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2040 mm |