1989 Ford Tempo vs. 1992 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1992 Lamborghini LM is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 5,701 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lamborghini LM (490 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1989 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1550 kg more than 1989 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini LM will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Lamborghini LM (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Tempo | 1992 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Tempo | LM |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 5701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |
