1994 Ford Tempo vs. 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 1994 Ford Tempo and 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 31 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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 Ford Tempo (171 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle. (165 Nm). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Tempo | 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Tempo | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1139 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |