1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 256 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Because 2012 Lotus Exige 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 2012 Lotus Exige. 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, 2012 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Tempo | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Tempo | Exige |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2299 mm |