1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 1990 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1990 Ford Tempo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1953 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 247 kg more than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Because 1953 Daimler Conquest 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 1953 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Daimler Conquest | 1990 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Daimler | Ford |
| Model | Conquest | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2540 mm |
