2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1990 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 14 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 306 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1990 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
