1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 18 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 319 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Tempo | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2619 mm |
