1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 11 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 145 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy. 2003 Mazda Premacy 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. 2003 Mazda Premacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Tempo | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
