2000 Acura MDX vs. 1993 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2000 Acura MDX is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura MDX (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1993 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Tempo.
Because 2000 Acura MDX 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, 2000 Acura MDX 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, 2000 Acura MDX (346 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm). This means 2000 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura MDX | 1993 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
