2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Tempo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2540 mm |