2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1986 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 22 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 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1986 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 468 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 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1986 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Lumina | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3565 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2540 mm |
