1990 Ford Tempo vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 22 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 767 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 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M 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, 2012 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Tempo | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Tempo | M |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1917 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2901 mm |