1994 Ford Tempo vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, 2005 Mazda AZ is newer by 11 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 71 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 435 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ will offer significantly more control. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Tempo | AZ |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2260 mm |
