1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 15 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, 2007 Nissan Primera (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 246 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tempo | Primera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2690 mm |
