1994 Ford Tempo vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, both 1994 Ford Tempo and 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 542 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Tempo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Tempo | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2900 mm |
