1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1996 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1996 Lotus Elan is newer by 4 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, 1996 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 145 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elan.
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, 1996 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1996 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Tempo | Elan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2260 mm |
