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1985 Ford Tempo GLX 4dr Sedan

The 1985 Ford Tempo GLX 4dr Sedan is a 2.3-liter inline-4 sedan with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $9,049 MSRP.

EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 29 mpg highway.

The Tempo measures 176.0 inches long on a 99.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,436 lb.

Spec Value
Price
MSRP$9,049 ($27,332 *)
Engine
Engine Type2.3L HSC I4, naturally aspirated
Displacement2.3 L
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual
Fuel Economy
City19 MPG
Highway29 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent -- MacPherson strut, lower lateral link triangulated by the front anti-roll bar
Rear SuspensionIndependent "Quadralink" -- coil-over MacPherson strut, two parallel lower lateral control links, and a radius rod per side
Brakes
Front Brake Disc9.3 in (236 mm) vented disc
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front13 in
Wheels Rear13 in
Dimensions & Weight
Length176 in
Width68 in
Height52 in
Wheelbase99.9 in
Curb Weight2,436 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front37 in
Headroom Rear37 in
Legroom Front41 in
Legroom Rear35 in
Shoulder Room Front53 in
Shoulder Room Rear53 in
Hip Room Front52 in
Hip Room Rear52 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
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