1998 Ford Focus vs. 1993 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 79 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1993 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
