1999 Vauxhall Frontera vs. 1986 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1986 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 719 kg more than 1986 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | 1986 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Ford |
| Model | Frontera | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
