1968 Triumph 2.5 vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2.5 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph 2.5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 2.5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 32 kg more than 1968 Triumph 2.5.
Because 1968 Triumph 2.5 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 1968 Triumph 2.5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1968 Triumph 2.5 (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph 2.5 | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Triumph | Ford |
| Model | 2.5 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2540 mm |
