1990 Ford Tempo vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 406 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 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Tempo | Outback |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |
