1990 Ford Tempo vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 180 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Tempo | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
