1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (129 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 285 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 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 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (204 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Tempo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |
