1990 Ford Tempo vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1990 Ford Tempo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 230 kg more than 1990 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Holden Kingswood is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Holden Kingswood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Tempo | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
