1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (235 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 611 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 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tempo | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3090 mm |
