1989 Ford Tempo vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 18 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (392 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1989 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1482 kg more than 1989 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Tempo | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Tempo | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 392 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2890 mm |
