1990 Ford Tempo vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 18 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 991 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 2008 GMC Canyon 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, 2008 GMC Canyon 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, 2008 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Tempo | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
