1990 Ford Tempo vs. 1994 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1994 Toyota Previa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 465 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 1994 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tempo | Previa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
