2008 Hyundai Azera vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Azera is newer by 14 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 112 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Azera.
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, 2008 Hyundai Azera (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Azera | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Azera | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2540 mm |
