1990-1994 Ford Tempo: Overview
Updated: 11/23/08
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Pros
- Wet-weather traction (AWD sedan)
- Acceleration (V6)
Cons
- Automatic-transmission performance
- Acceleration (4-cylinder)
- Handling/roadholding
- No antilock brakes
- Engine noise (4-cylinder)
Vehicle Highlights
Introduced for 1984, Tempo and the similar Mercury Topaz were facelifted in 1988. The front-drive 2- and 4-door sedans came in two trim levels for 1990: GL and GLS. A top-of-the-line LX edition came only as a 4-door. A driver-side airbag had been optional on 4-doors as early as 1986, though not many were installed. A part-time 4-wheel-drive option debuted in 1987, intended for use only on slippery pavement. This All-Wheel Drive system came only on 4-door sedans. A 98-horsepower 4-cylinder engine went into GL and LX models, while GLS and All-Wheel Drive Tempos got a 100-horsepower rendition.
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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)
| Category | Ford Tempo LS 3.0-liter Rating | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | 3 | |
| Fuel Economy | 6 | |
| Ride Quality | 5 | |
| Steering/Handling/Braking | 3 | |
| Quietness | 4 | |
| Controls/Materials | 3 | |
| Interior Room | 5 | |
| Room/Comfort (rear) | 3 | |
| Cargo Capacity | 3 | |
| Value within Class | 4 | |
| Total Score: | 39 |
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