2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 13 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 4,280 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (379 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 405 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.
Because 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4280 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 379 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
