1990 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 400 kg more than 1992 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
Model | Toronado | Tempo |
Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |