1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1967 Riley 4
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley 4 would be higher. 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 30 more horse power than 1967 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 17 kg more than 1967 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Riley 4 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 1967 Riley 4. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1967 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | Tempo | 4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
