1990 Ford Tempo vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 19 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 805 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tempo | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2780 mm |
