1993 Ford Tempo vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Ford Tempo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1993 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1993 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Tempo | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Tempo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
