1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2001 Opel Frogster is newer by 9 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 133 kg more than 1992 Ford Tempo.
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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Tempo | Frogster |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
