1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 15 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 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 321 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (320 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (119 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Tempra | V50 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
