1993 Ford Tempo vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1993 Ford Tempo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Tempo weights approximately 140 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Tempo | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Tempo | Record |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
