1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1993 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1993 Nissan Terrano II 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Tempo (129 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 430 kg more than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Because 1993 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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 (204 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1993 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tempo | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
