1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 640 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 2010 Opel Antara 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, 2010 Opel Antara 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, 2010 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Tempo | Antara |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
