2008 Mazda Premacy vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 275 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.
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, 2008 Mazda Premacy (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Premacy | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Premacy | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
