1990 Ford Tempo vs. 1996 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 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, 1996 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 172 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, 1990 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 1996 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Tempo | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1322 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
