1990 Ford Tempo vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 945 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 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tempo | CL |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2954 mm |
