1991 Ford Tempo vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 21 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1991 Ford Tempo. (97 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 374 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 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Tempo | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Tempo | Forester |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2305 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2616 mm |
