1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 139 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tempo | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
