1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 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 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 20 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Tempo | 200 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
