1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 345 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 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy 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 Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy
Make Ford Subaru
Model Tempo Legacy
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 175 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 171 Nm 229 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1165 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2680 mm


 

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