1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1984 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1984 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, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1984 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | S-10 | Tempo |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2306 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2540 mm |