1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 1995 Rover 600 is newer by 3 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, 1995 Rover 600 (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 600 weights approximately 165 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Rover 600 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1995 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Tempo | 600 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
