1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Tempo (129 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 720 kg more than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Because 2007 Toyota Quantum is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (204 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 Quantum | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Tempo | Quantum |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3120 mm |