1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1985 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Y10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Y10 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 43 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (54 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Y10.
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, 1992 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1985 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Tempo | Y10 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2170 mm |
