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 |
