1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2004 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2004 Ford Maverick is newer by 12 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, 2004 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Maverick weights approximately 350 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.
Because 2004 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 2004 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Tempo | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
