1990 Ford Tempo vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1990 Ford Tempo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1990 Ford Tempo. 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Tempo | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
