2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1986 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 20 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 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1986 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Tempo weights approximately 27 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1986 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2540 mm |
