1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1998 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 6 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, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm.
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, 1992 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. 1998 Chevrolet Prizm has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Tempo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Prizm will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1998 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tempo | Prizm |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
