1993 Ford Tempo vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 19 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), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1993 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 850 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 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Tempo | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Tempo | Rexton |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
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 | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |