1994 Ford Tempo vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 460 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Marcos 1500 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 1966 Marcos 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Tempo | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |
