1990 Ford Tempo vs. 1995 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Tempo weights approximately 20 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum.
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, 1990 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 1995 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tempo | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |
