1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 21 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 12 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Tempo | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| 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 | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2489 mm |
