1991 Ford Tempo vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1991 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 435 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 1999 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, 1999 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Tempo | 911 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2305 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |