1990 Ford Tempo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 18 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, 1990 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 15 kg more than 1990 Ford Tempo.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tempo | Polo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
