1990 Ford Tempo vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Tempo weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Tempo | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |
