1990 Ford Tempo vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 65 kg more than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Because 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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 Jimny 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, 1990 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Tempo | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Tempo | Jimny |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2260 mm |