1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 288 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tempo | Touran |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
