1987 Ford Tempo vs. 2012 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2012 Renault Sandero 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, 1987 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Renault Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Sandero weights approximately 6 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Tempo | 2012 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Tempo | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2600 mm |
