1991 Ford Tempo vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1991 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1991 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Tempo | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Tempo | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2305 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2499 mm |
