1994 Ford Tempo vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 6 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 59 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 415 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Tempo | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Tempo | Familia |
Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |