1993 Ford Tempo vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pickup is newer by 10 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1993 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 600 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 2003 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Tempo | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tempo | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2960 mm |
