2012 Lancia Voyager vs. 1984 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1984 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lancia Voyager | 1984 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Voyager | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3604 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2540 mm |
