1990 Ford Tempo vs. 2001 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2001 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Sequoia (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 464 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (430 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 2001 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Tempo | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |
