1987 Ford Tempo vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 25 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 163 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Tempo | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Tempo | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2615 mm |
