2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 1989 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1989 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Tempo weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 1989 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ducato | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2540 mm |
