1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 255 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 2011 Porsche 911 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 2011 Porsche 911. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Tempo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |
