1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, both 1992 Ford Tempo and 1992 Mitsubishi Magna were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,554 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 170 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, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo. 1992 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Tempo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Tempo | 1992 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Tempo | Magna |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2554 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |