1990 Ford Tempo vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 165 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Tempo | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 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 | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
