2005 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Tempo (129 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2005 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (204 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. 1992 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 2005 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2005 Daihatsu Terios 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Terios | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2540 mm |
