2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2007 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 15 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (129 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1992 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, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (204 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rendezvous | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rendezvous | Tempo |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |