1993 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 1 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 125 kg more than 1992 Ford Tempo.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Beretta | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Beretta | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2540 mm |
