1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Tempo | Musso |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
