1990 Ford Tempo vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 705 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Tempo | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Tempo | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |