1990 Ford Tempo vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 21 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 282 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Tempo | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2639 mm |
