1994 Ford Tempo vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 12 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 360 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tempo | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3200 mm |
