1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1997 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1997 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 5 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (800 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 671 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (129 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 193 kg more than 1997 TVR Speed 12.
Because 1997 TVR Speed 12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 677 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (204 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1997 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Tempo | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 800 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
