1990 Ford Tempo vs. 1990 Volvo 240
To start off, both 1990 Ford Tempo and 1990 Volvo 240 were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 96 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 240 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Because 1990 Volvo 240 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Volvo 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 1990 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Tempo | 240 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
