2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1985 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (90 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Tempo weights approximately 139 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1985 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 1985 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2540 mm |
