1958 Nissan 211 vs. 1993 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1993 Ford Tempo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Tempo weights approximately 240 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 1993 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | 211 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2540 mm |
