2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 390 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia 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 2000 Mazda Familia. 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 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 1994 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Familia | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2540 mm |
