1990 Ford Tempo vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 375 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Tempo | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Tempo | Previa |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2900 mm |