1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 13 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 52 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 535 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Tempo | Carol |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |
