1991 Ford Tempo vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1991 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1991 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Tempo | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Tempo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2305 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |
