2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 25 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1447 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 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Land Rover | Ford |
| Model | Range Rover | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2557 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
