2010 Tata Safari vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 18 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 755 kg more than 1992 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Tata Safari 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, 2010 Tata Safari 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, 2010 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo. 1992 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Safari 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:
| 2010 Tata Safari | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Tata | Ford |
| Model | Safari | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
