1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 410 kg more than 1992 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Ford Tempo 1990 Plymouth Voyager
Make Ford Plymouth
Model Tempo Voyager
Year Released 1992 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2307 cc 3301 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 97 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 171 Nm 252 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1165 kg 1575 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2860 mm