1993 Ford Tempo vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 389 kg more than 1993 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Tempo | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Tempo | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
