2003 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 20 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1568 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.
Because 2003 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2003 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Escalade | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2540 mm |
