2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1990 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 16 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 400 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 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1990 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rainier | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2540 mm |
