1989 Ford Tempo vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 21 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1989 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 811 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 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Tempo | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Tempo | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |