Ford Tempo

19841994 · 45 configurations

Lowest
19
Average
23
Best
34

The Ford Tempo has been tested by the EPA across 45 different configurations spanning model years 1984 through 1994. Over this period, the Tempo has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 19 MPG to 34 MPG, with an overall average of 23 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
1994
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,850192521MPG
1994
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500213024MPG
1994
3L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,150182219MPG
1994
3L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,850182621MPG
1993
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,850192521MPG
1993
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500213024MPG
1993
3L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,150182219MPG
1993
3L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,850192621MPG
1992
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,000182420MPG
1992
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500213024MPG
1992
3L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,150182219MPG
1992
3L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,850192621MPG
1991
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,850192421MPG
1991
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,600192923MPG
1991
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,850192621MPG
1990
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,850192421MPG
1990
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500213024MPG
1990
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,850182621MPG
1989
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,850192421MPG
1989
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500212924MPG
1989
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,850182621MPG
1988
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,850182621MPG
1988
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,850192421MPG
1988
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500212924MPG
1987
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,700192522MPG
1987
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400223125MPG
1987
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,700192822MPG
1986
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdDiesel
$2,400313934MPG
1986
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400223025MPG
1986
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,600212623MPG
1986
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,600202923MPG
1985
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,600212723MPG
1985
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500213024MPG
1985
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,700192822MPG
1985
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdDiesel
$2,400313934MPG
1985
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,500222624MPG
1985
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,600192923MPG
1985
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400223125MPG
1984
2L 4-cyl
Manual 5-spdDiesel
$2,400313934MPG
1984
2.3L 4-cyl
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,600212623MPG
1984
2.3L 4-cyl
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,700202422MPG
1984
2.3L 4-cyl
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500212924MPG
1984
2L 4-cyl
Manual 5-spdDiesel
$2,400313934MPG
1984
2.3L 4-cyl
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,850192421MPG
1984
2.3L 4-cyl
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,700202622MPG

Historical Efficiency

1994
24
1993
24
1992
24
1991
23
1990
24
1989
24
1988
24
1987
25
1986
34
1985
34
1984
34

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Tempo) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Ford Tempo. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Ford Ford Tempo grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
31
Total Deaths
31

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
3.2%
Fire Occurrence
0.0%
Speeding Involved
9.7%
DUI Involved
22.6%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

82%
Front
14%
Side
5%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2022
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2021
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2020
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
1.33
2019
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
1.50
2018
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2017
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2016
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
1.40
2015
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.83
2014
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
1.00

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

1992
1
1990
1
1988
2
1987
1
1985
1
1984
7
Critical
Moderate
Advisory