2003 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 1984 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 19 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 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 255 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Oldsmobile Alero (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Oldsmobile Alero | 1984 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Alero | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |
