1990 Ford Tempo vs. 2008 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 305 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.
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, 2008 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 2008 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Tempo | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
