1990 Ford Tempo vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2001 Ford F-150 is newer by 11 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 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 925 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 2001 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Tempo | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3050 mm |
