1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1992 Volvo 460
To start off, 1992 Volvo 460 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 83 kg more than 1992 Volvo 460.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1992 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Tempra | 460 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |