1987 Peugeot 405 vs. 1987 Ford Tempo
To start off, both 1987 Peugeot 405 and 1987 Ford Tempo were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1987 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Peugeot 405 (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Tempo. 1987 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 1987 Peugeot 405 has manual transmission. 1987 Peugeot 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Peugeot 405 | 1987 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Peugeot | Ford |
Model | 405 | Tempo |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |