1990 Ford Tempo vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 10 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 268 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, 2000 Ford Contour (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Tempo | Contour |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
