1990 Ford Tempo vs. 1976 Renault 14
To start off, 1990 Ford Tempo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 14 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1976 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Tempo weights approximately 285 kg more than 1976 Renault 14. 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, 1990 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 1976 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Tempo | 14 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
