1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Tempo | Forester |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
