1992 Ford Tempo vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 972 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Tempo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Tempo | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Tempo | Touareg |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2893 mm |