1994 Ford Tempo vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ford Tempo (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Tempo | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Tempo | Baleno |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2390 mm |