1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1994 Toyota Bandeirante 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 97 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 625 kg more than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Because 1994 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1994 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1994 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tempo | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |
