1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 1994 Ford Tempo

To start off, both 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur and 1994 Ford Tempo were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1275 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 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 1994 Ford Tempo
Make Rolls-Royce Ford
Model Silver Spur Tempo
Year Released 1994 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 2986 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 301 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2470 kg 1195 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 3170 mm 2540 mm


 

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