1993 Ford Tempo vs. 2011 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 18 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1993 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 758 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 2011 SsangYong Stavic 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 2011 SsangYong Stavic. 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, 2011 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Tempo. 2011 SsangYong Stavic 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. 2011 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Ford Tempo | 2011 SsangYong Stavic | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Tempo | Stavic |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |