1989 Ford Tempo vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 24 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1989 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1280 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 2013 Nissan Titan 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, 2013 Nissan Titan 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Tempo | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tempo | Titan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3550 mm |
