1990 Ford Tempo vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 17 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), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo.
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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Tempo | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Tempo | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
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 | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |