1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (129 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 251 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (204 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Tempo | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Tempo | Pod |
Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 430 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |