1990 Ford Tempo vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 16 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Tempo weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Tempo | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
