2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 29 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1201 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2311 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2540 mm |
