1990 Ford Tempo vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS is newer by 23 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKS (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 886 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 2013 Lincoln MKS 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, 2013 Lincoln MKS 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, 2013 Lincoln MKS (475 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Tempo | MKS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2868 mm |
