1994 Ford Tempo vs. 1981 Porsche 944
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 944 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Porsche 944 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 Porsche 944. 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, 1981 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 1981 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Tempo | 944 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
