1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2001 Toyota Condor

To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor 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 1 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 281 kg more than 1992 Ford Tempo.

Because 2001 Toyota Condor 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 2001 Toyota Condor. 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Ford Tempo 2001 Toyota Condor
Make Ford Toyota
Model Tempo Condor
Year Released 1992 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2307 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 97 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 171 Nm 158 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.5 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1165 kg 1446 kg
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2670 mm


 

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