1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 60 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Tempo | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2466 mm |
