1994 Ford Tempo vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Rover 400.
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, 1996 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Tempo | 1996 Rover 400 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Tempo | 400 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |