1994 Ford Tempo vs. 2010 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 16 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 760 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.
Because 2010 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR2 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, 2010 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo. 2010 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Tempo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Tempo | 2010 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Tempo | LR2 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4498 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1908 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2659 mm |