1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 17 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 165 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Tempo | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Tempo | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2790 mm |