1989 Ford Tempo vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1990 Rover 400 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover 400 (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Tempo weights approximately 75 kg more than 1990 Rover 400.
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, 1989 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Tempo | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Tempo | 400 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |
