2001 SsangYong Korando vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Korando is newer by 9 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Because 2001 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Korando 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, 2001 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo. 1992 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 2001 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2001 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 SsangYong Korando | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
Make | SsangYong | Ford |
Model | Korando | Tempo |
Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2540 mm |