1992 Ford Sierra vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, both 1992 Ford Sierra and 1992 Ford Tempo were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 155 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Sierra | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
