1994 Ford Tempo vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 17 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 12 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Versa weights approximately 27 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo.
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, 1994 Ford Tempo (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tempo | Versa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2601 mm |
