1994 Ford Tempo vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan 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, 2010 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo. 2010 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tempo | Titan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3560 mm |
