1990 Ford Tempo vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 665 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, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (235 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tempo | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2840 mm |
