1993 Ford Tempo vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 1993 Ford Tempo and 1993 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1993 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1015 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.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Tempo. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Tempo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Ford Tempo | 1993 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tempo | S |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |