1986 Ford Tempo vs. 2007 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu I-290 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1986 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Tempo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Tempo | 2007 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Tempo | I-290 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3200 mm |
