1993 Ford Tempo vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1993 Ford Tempo.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Tempo | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Tempo | 626 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |