1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1994 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 2 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 235 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1994 Suzuki Samurai 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 (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Tempo | 1994 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Tempo | Samurai |
Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2490 mm |