1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 20 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (129 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 405 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 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (204 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tempo | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
