1991 Ford Tempo vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1991 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 731 kg more than 1991 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Tempo | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Tempo | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2305 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2814 mm |
