1998 Nissan Rasheen vs. 1993 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1998 Nissan Rasheen 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 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Tempo weights approximately 1 kg more than 1998 Nissan Rasheen.
Because 1998 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1993 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. 1993 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Rasheen has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Rasheen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Rasheen | 1993 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Rasheen | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
