2002 Acura CL vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 10 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 415 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | CL | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
