1990 Ford Tempo vs. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 14 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1290 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 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Tempo | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2890 mm |
