2009 Acura TL vs. 1993 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1993 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 687 kg more than 1993 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL 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, 2009 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 1993 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |
