1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 290 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 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Ford Tempo 2013 Subaru Impreza
Make Ford Subaru
Model Tempo Impreza
Year Released 1992 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2307 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 97 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 171 Nm 331 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.5 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1165 kg 1455 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 65535 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1475 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2625 mm


 

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