1989 Ford Tempo vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1989 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 205 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Tempo | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tempo | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
