1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 7 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 395 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, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville 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. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Tempo | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
