1994 Ford Tempo vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 9 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 340 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (229 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Tempo | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
