2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 12 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 45 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo.
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, 1994 Ford Tempo (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia. 1994 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 2006 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2006 Skoda Fabia 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:
| 2006 Skoda Fabia | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Skoda | Ford |
| Model | Fabia | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
