2009 Nissan Titan vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 26 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan 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 2009 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Titan | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Titan | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4060 mm | 2540 mm |
