2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1990 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 18 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1990 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2540 mm |
