2010 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1987 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1987 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1438 kg more than 1987 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Suburban 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 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | 1987 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2543 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2540 mm |
