1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 805 kg more than 1983 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
