1991 Ford Tempo vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 14 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 2,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 146 kg more than 1991 Ford Tempo.
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, 1991 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Tempo | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Tempo | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2305 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
