1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 7 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 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (236 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 522 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Volvo S70 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Tempra | S70 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.9 seconds | 7 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 | 1130 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
