1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 16 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1055 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 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Tempo | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |
