1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 580 kg more than 1992 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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Venture | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Venture | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2540 mm |
