1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 474 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.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera 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, 1996 Opel Frontera 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, 1996 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Tempo | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
