1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1981 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Falcon weights approximately 205 kg more than 1992 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1981 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Tempo | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
